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topicnews · September 19, 2024

First child for German tennis star – mystery surrounding paternity

First child for German tennis star – mystery surrounding paternity

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From the tennis arena to motherhood: Sabine Lisicki has given birth to her first child. Her daughter Bella was born on the day of the US Open final.

Berlin – Sabine Lisicki, once the focus of the big tennis stage, is now experiencing a completely new kind of happiness. The 34-year-old Berliner, who made her pregnancy public in March, has announced the birth of her daughter Bella. The timing could not have been better: Bella was born on the day of the Grand Slam final at the US Open.

German tennis ace becomes mother for the first time – mystery surrounding child’s father

Lisicki shared this special moment with a touching Instagram photo of her and her partner lovingly holding the newborn’s head. Lisicki expressed her joy at the birth of Bella, saying, “Our hearts are filled with love and happiness as we are honored to welcome Bella into our world.”

After Lisicki revealed the gender and name of her baby, many people are naturally wondering who the father is. However, the 2013 Wimbledon finalist is still keeping this secret to herself. In the summer, the German tennis star surprised everyone on Wimbledon TV by suddenly being pregnant.

Tennis star Sabine Lisicki is a mother for the first time. © Sabine Lisicki/Instagram

Baby news from tennis star Lisicki: reactions from the sports world and beyond

The news of the birth caused excitement not only among close friends, but also among the general public. Sports celebrities, including former ski racer Lindsey Vonn, congratulated Lisicki.

Congratulations also came from the world of tennis, including from former national coach Barbara Rittner and Eva Lys, who was eliminated in the first round of the US Open in New York. Former national player Svenja Huth, who had a child with her wife, was also among those offering congratulations.

Germany’s tennis star Lisicki plans comeback after birth of her daughter

Lisicki, who had to take a long break due to a serious knee injury, returned to the professional tour after the birth of her daughter. She played her last tournament in Dubai in December 2023, and despite the challenges posed by her injury and motherhood, her desire to play tennis again remains undiminished. “Tennis is my life. I still have so much fun playing,” she said recently.

The birth of Bella marks not only a new phase in Lisicki’s life personally, but also for the world of tennis, where more and more mothers are playing. This shows that it is possible to combine professional sport and motherhood. Long-time German number one Angelique Kerber, whose career ended with a bang at the Olympics recently, celebrated a remarkable comeback after her maternity leave. (ck)